As mothers, finding the balance in life can be extremely tough. We often have to choose between career and kids, and at some point have to make the difficult decision whether we should go back to work and have our kids looked after by someone else, or stay off and take care of them ourselves….
When we become parents, few of us think about going it alone. It’s a possibility no woman should have to face. Of course, men are increasingly becoming single parents as well, and we take our hats off to any guy who is making a go of it. The path isn’t easy, no matter what. But,…
Parenting with Multiple Sclerosis brings its own unique challenges. I am grateful to Patricia for sharing her individual story of living with Multiple Sclerosis and being a mum to Elliot. “Six months after my miscarriage I was ecstatic to find out I was pregnant again. It was a long and nervous nine months that followed….
Different Genes is the first full-length novel from author Claire Baldry. I was interested in reading it as it has adoption as one of its themes. I hope you enjoy my Different Genes book review. Different Genes book review The novel opens with a funeral scene and we meet Simon who is a stranger watching…
What are the things that make you tear your hair out as a woman and parent? A little online research tells me that “tearing your hair out” means to be extremely anxious, worried, frustrated, or stressed out about something. These are often the very topics my blog tries to help you with via tips,…
School-Home Support (SHS) is the charity I have selected to partner with for the next 12 months. Did you know? Over 4 million children in the UK are growing up in poverty – 30% of the total number of children – and don’t always have food in the house 1.6 million children in the UK…
Once you are finally out of school and earning real money, on your own, there is so much to celebrate! And your newfound freedom and financial independence should be celebrated. However, it should also be guarded. So many young people are so excited about the here and now that they forget to plan for the…
Are you interested in a music education system? Do you love music and want to introduce it to your children? I think you might be interested in the work of Pomelody. I have always loved music and have quite eclectic tastes. It turns out my youngest son has a passion for music and when we…
Hyperemesis Gravidarum is in the news at the moment following the announcement of the Duchess of Cambridge’s third pregnancy. Although it is terrible that Kate suffers from this condition, it has raised awareness of the health condition which is so much more than bad morning sickness which I hope will lead to more support for…
Pregnancy anxiety is not something that is mentioned regularly but it is something so many mums go through. There is a bit of a conspiracy that says we all have to glow and sail through pregnancy but that is not realistic. Everyone will have their bad days and some will be hit by perinatal illness….
Breastfeeding support online sounds like a very good idea to me so I am pleased to share a new resource with you. An emotive topic Breastfeeding is a topic that can be very emotive. I feel nearly every mum wants to feed their baby in the best possible way. Breastfeeding does not come easily to…
Just a woman or just a mum is something we hear too much of and perhaps especially in our own limiting self-talk. How easy it is to write ourselves off aided by media images of perfection. Let’s resolve right now to stop this self-sabotage. Just a woman If you see me you will see an…
Getting over post-natal depression is possible and I really want women to know that as I know how truly awful the condition can be. I am writing this post to talk about some of the signs of post-natal depression that families, friends and colleagues can look for, I will also highlight some of the tools…
Wendy’s son has Down Syndrome and she kindly agreed to share her celebration of her life with him. What is a human being? NOUN · A man, woman, or child of the species “Homo sapiens” , distinguished from other animals by superior mental development, power of articulate speech, and upright stance. Personally, I believe there…
Self-care tips for mums are useful at any time of year but perhaps particularly during the Summer holidays where there is pressure to keep up with the Joneses and siblings have varying and often conflicting needs and wishes. I asked some mums how they look after themselves at this stressful time of year and I…